Celia de la CruzSeeing and Doing the Art of MathIn October, I received a message from my sister that The Barnes Foundation was hosting a workshop for educators to learn how to get their…Feb 24, 2019Feb 24, 2019
Celia de la CruzThe Blue Jean Canvas: An Upcycling AdventureAbout two weeks ago, as I was sorting some clothes to toss in the washing machine, I gave one of my favorite pairs of jeans a good, hard…Aug 14, 2018Aug 14, 2018
Celia de la CruzJulyWe came back to your house tense with fear after seeing “The Blair Witch Project.” You grimaced and told me, “Don’t even tell me about it…Aug 1, 2018Aug 1, 2018
Celia de la CruzA bowl of good luckThe lights on the tree cast comfort and joy in the living room. I spent a few hours reading Alice in Wonderland. My sister’s boyfriend from…Jan 15, 2018Jan 15, 2018
Celia de la CruzDream ForestIn the middle of winter, if you try to reserve a camping site at Cape Henlopen State Park, you may find that already there is limited…Jan 1, 2018Jan 1, 2018
Celia de la CruzA Thank You Note to a Mysterious CreatureDear Mysterious Creature,Nov 20, 2017Nov 20, 2017
Celia de la CruzThe Pierrot“I can make this!” Mom beamed with elation as she surveyed the illustration of the front of the sewing pattern package. “Is it a kind of…Nov 11, 2017Nov 11, 2017
Celia de la CruzSo Much of Everything in Just a Few HoursIt is Free First Sunday at The Barnes Foundation. About two months ago, it was noonish when we arrived. “No more passes are available. So…Oct 2, 2017Oct 2, 2017
Celia de la CruzEvil Flies and Ninja WormsChildren’s Stories and Art Inspired by NatureSep 5, 2017Sep 5, 2017
Celia de la CruzThe Dragonfly EyeIt came in a small green box. Upon lifting the lid, I held a wooden bell-shaped eyepiece in the palm of my hand. Mom whispered, “Look…Jul 16, 2017Jul 16, 2017